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All content by Charlene Clark
Alumni Nick Gumpert recently released “Starting,” the first of four books aiming to help young adults manage their mental health.

Short Stories for Mental Health

Charlene Clark, Art & Life Editor
October 6, 2025
From happiness to hopelessness, fantasy football can change lives abruptly. While fantasy football can be played for free, many players choose to wager money each season.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FEVER

Charlene Clark, Arts & Life Editor
October 6, 2025
Junior libero Marli Clausi checks the scoreboard during Saturday’s match versus UCCS. The Mountain Lions came into the match at an undefeated 11-0, and though CMU stayed within arms reach, they ultimately fell short, losing 2-3.

GAME, SET, MATCH

Charlene Clark, Arts & Life Editor
October 6, 2025
32 student teams battled in the ASA spikeball tournament for the chance to win the top prize of $50 each. Friends of the competitors cheered them on.

ASIAN STUDENT SPIKEBALL ASSOCIATION

Charlene Clark, Art & Life Editor
September 19, 2025
An MCDC volunteer shows his group of about 15 dancers some of the footwork for the routine that night. About 50 people eventually came together and danced in unison.

[Photo] EMPOWERED ELEGANCE

Teagan Meens, Photo Editor
September 7, 2025
GIVE Volunteers work with young children in need of support and education in East Africa. This is one of many places this organization serves around the globe. //Courtesy of GIVE Volunteers

CLUB FEATURE: CMU GIVE VOLUNTEERS

Charlene Clark, Art & Life Editor
August 24, 2025
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